The Chemistry and Physics Department is dedicated to helping students discover where they want to go in the sciences. The Department offers three programs in physics. Each program offers a balanced presentation of theory and application. Each track has course offerings designed to allow students to best pursue their objectives. Our programs are designed to give students broad opportunities ranging from health related careers to advanced studies in physics and engineering.

A facet that makes our programs stand out is the variety of opportunities for students. We have a very active learning community between our majors and faculty that gives students opportunities to learn outside the classroom. We offer a wide range of undergraduate research opportunities for our students in both chemistry and physics. A unique aspect of these research opportunities is that the student works directly with a faculty member. Laboratory assistant jobs are available for those interested in earning extra money while obtaining laboratory experience.

A Physics Major (B.S.) is designed for students whose career plans include the following: Graduate School in Physics Medical School Teaching Physics at Secondary School Level Radiation Physics Employment in Various Technical Fields Equipment Representatives

An Engineering Physics Major (B.S.) is for students interested in the area of applied physics and/or who plan to attend graduate school in engineering. Career opportunities include the following: Graduate School in Physics Graduate School in Engineering Employment in Various Technical Fields

The Physics Pre-Health Major(B.S.) (Previously Medical Physics) is designed for pre-health related areas such as medical physics, medical school, dental school, biophysics, and graduate work in biomedical science areas. The program includes the biology and chemistry courses that would prepare students for admission to medical or other pre-health programs while allowing students who wish to pursue other options the flexibility to take courses aimed at their specific career interests.